Deities of Naya Aadesh

It is a matter of philosophical argument as to whether Nayans have innumerable deities or just one. While it is true that Naya Aadesh is a land that worships a staggering amount of gods, as a culture, the Nayan's believe in a central natural force, often refered to as the Godhead, that emanates existence. The Godhead exists in all things, and while some Nayans worship Devas alone, others will often worship deities as aspects of this ultimate being.

Devas are usually represented as humanoid and there numbers are vast and uncountable, from general Devas like Basu who Suffers, to the more specific Devas of villages or individual geologic areas. So numerous are the Devas that many have been forgotten, and more undiscovered. Devas essential nature is of order, of Dharma, and of performing actions in the right time and place. Being in tune with the ways of the Devas is the cornerstone of following Dharma: divine purpose.

Counter to the Deva are the Asura. Often portrayed as animalistic and savage, the Asura are often associated with savagery and unchecked passions. To the Nayans, they represent a destructive force that corrupts and consumes without purpose or reason. They are often portrayed as humanoids with bestial characteristics, such as having a lions head or a snakes torso, and are said to drive men away from their Dharma with promises of power and indulgence. It is believed that arcane sorcery is their corrupt influence and that it's power lies in bending and defying the natural order. This is the reason that magic that is not attained through the favor of the Devas or through union with the Godhead is restricted within the borders of Naya Aadesh. While Asura are also counted as gods, they are only appeased, not appealed to, and are just as often referred to as demons.